Genesis 11:13 net — And after he became the father of Shelah, Arphaxad lived 403 years and had other sons and daughters.

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"And after he became the father of Shelah, Arphaxad lived 403 years and had other sons and daughters."

— Genesis 11:13, NET Bible

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Genesis 11 — Context

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The Genealogy of Shem This is the account of Shem.Shem was 100 years old when he became the father of Arphaxad, two years after the flood.

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And after becoming the father of Arphaxad, Shem lived 500 years and had other sons and daughters.

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When Arphaxad had lived 35 years, he became the father of Shelah.

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And after he became the father of Shelah, Arphaxad lived 403 years and had other sons and daughters.

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When Shelah had lived 30 years, he became the father of Eber.

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And after he became the father of Eber, Shelah lived 403 years and had other sons and daughters.

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When Eber had lived 34 years, he became the father of Peleg.

Genesis 11:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 11:13 say?
Genesis 11:13 in the NET Bible reads: “And after he became the father of Shelah, Arphaxad lived 403 years and had other sons and daughters.”
Where is Genesis 11:13 in the Bible?
Genesis 11:13 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 11, verse 13.
Who wrote Genesis?
Genesis is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Anciently attributed to Moses; many modern scholars view Genesis as a compilation of older oral and written sources finalized in or after the Babylonian exile. It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Genesis about?
Genesis is the book of beginnings — the origin of the universe, humanity, sin, and the covenant family God chose to bless the nations. It traces creation, the fall, the flood, and the lives of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, laying the foundation for the rest of Scripture and pointing forward to the redemption that comes through the promised seed.
What are the major themes of Genesis?
Genesis explores themes including Creation, Fall, Covenant, Faith, Family, Promise. These themes shape the meaning and context of Genesis 11:13.
What translation should I read Genesis 11:13 in?
Genesis 11:13 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Genesis 11:13?
Genesis 11:13 reads (NET): “And after he became the father of Shelah, Arphaxad lived 403 years and had other sons and daughters.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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